COMMUNITY calendar
WEDNESDAY Kensington Playgroups
Playgroups hosted by Family Place, at Murray Christian Centre, School St., Kensington. Wednesdays 9:30-11:30 a.m. until June 20. Chance for children and grownups to socialize. Staff co-ordinates craft, educational toys, healthy snack and circle time. For info, drop into Family Place, call 902436-1348 or familyplace@eastlink.ca.
9:30-11:30 a.m., March 14
Quilting for Beginners
Learn quilt-making basics in free Quilting for Beginners class Wednesdays at Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre. Learn how to sew basic block square and assemble sampler quilt. Registration required as space is limited. Participants must provide their own material (sewing machine, thread and fabric). 10 a.m.-12 noon, March 14
Prenatal, Breastfeeding Groups
Bosom Buddies Breastfeeding Support Group Breastfeeding group at 10-11:30 a.m. Nursing babies and toddlers welcome. New Beginnings Prenatal Group for expectant parents, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Prenatal topics plus food supplements, nutritious supper, Baby Box bassinet and infant clothing included. At Family Place, 75 Central St., Summerside, Wednesdays. To register, drop in, call 902-436-1348 or familyplace@ eastlink.ca.
10 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., March 14
Healthy Meet and Greet
Join Bernadette Campbell and Katelin Campbell, registered dietitians, at Slemon Park Health Centre, for meet and greet. Pick up nutrition tips and healthy snacks and fill out ballot for a prize. For more info, contact Bernadette at 902-432-2600.
1-3 p.m., March 14
Knitting Circle
Bring along project or start a new one at Slemon Park Knitting Circle. Great way to meet new people and learn new skills. In Community Room, Slemon Park Plaza. Contact: Kim at 902-888-7192.
1-3 p.m., March 14
Happy Course at Library
Happy Course hosted by Great Enlightenment Buddhist Institute Society. Free six-week discussion series to meet friendly, likeminded people and find simple ways to make yourself and others happy. Wednesdays at 6 p.m. until March 28 at Summerside Rotary Library in the Inspire Learning Centre (57 Central St.).
6 p.m., March 14
Parkview Ceilidh
Parkview Ceilidh at Parkview Seniors Club, 335 Central St., Summerside, featuring group On The Road Again, consisting of John Campbell, Claude Gaudet, Ernie Gallant, Joe Lawless, Bobby McLean and Cindy Arsenault (weather permitting). Lunch and 50/50 tickets available.
7:30 p.m., March 14
Fox Chase the Ace
Silver Fox Chase the Ace in aid of Junior Curling and Sailing. Draw every Wednesday at 8:30 p.m. Jackpot: $18,005 with 19 cards left. Do not have to be present to win. Purchase tickets at Silver Fox, D.A. MacDonald Ltd. or Waugh’s Food Centre, Summerside. 8:30 p.m., March 14
THURSDAY Postnatal Group
Beyond the Bump Postnatal Group at Family Place, Summerside, Thursdays. Group for new parents, free. Onsite childcare, food supplements for breastfeeding moms, snacks, baby/toddler clothing. Meet at CUP last Thursday of month for swim with baby. Register at Family Place, call 902-4361348 or familyplace@eastlink.ca. 9:30-11:30 a.m., March 15
Bingo for Kids
Bingo for kids at Abram-Village Public Library.
10 a.m., March 15
Storytime with Farmer
Canadian Agricultural Literacy Month: Storytime with a Farmer. Local farmer visiting library, reading to children, and talking about farm life. For ages 3-5 years and their families. At Summerside Rotary Library in Inspire Learning Centre, 57 Central St.
10:30 a.m., March 15
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